Millwall aims for Championship play-offs with core players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Millwall manager Alex Neil is focusing on a return to the Championship play-offs after finishing third last season. The team experienced a semi-final loss to Hull City and has added eight players, although only three have Championship experience. Neil indicated that while exceeding last season's points total is ambitious, the existing core of players will play a crucial role in their performance. The outcome of the transfer window could significantly impact their plans, as he strives for a solid start to the season before aiming for the play-offs again.
- •Millwall finished third in the Championship last season.
- •Alex Neil emphasizes the importance of the transfer window.
- •The team signed eight new players ahead of the season.
- •Only three new players have prior Championship experience.
- •Neil aims for a realistic approach to this season's expectations.
- 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — Millwall relying on last season's core - Neil
"Millwall manager Alex Neil says another tilt at the play-offs will depend on the outcome of the transfer window.
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